Matías Acevedo
Full name: Matías Damián Acevedo
Country: Argentina
Date of birth: 09/02/2008 (16 years old)
Place of birth: Buenos Aires (Argentina)
Height: 168cm
Youth career: Racing Club
Current club: Racing Club
Squad number: 11
Current national team: Argentina U-17
Position: attacking midfielder, second striker, winger
Preferred foot: right
Market value (by transfermarkt.de): —
Tournaments participated in: —
Contract until: unknown
Player’s agent: unknown
Transfer rumours: —
Similar type of player: Eden Hazard/Iker Muniain
Strengths:
– pace 
– acceleration
– technique
– ball control
– dribbling
– agility
– flair
– bravery
– first touch
– creativity 
– movement
To improve:
– player of a small frame, who doesn’t feel comfortable in contact situations
– shows promising signs of activity in pressing but still has significant room to improve his positioning and overall defensive reliability
Style of play:
– flamboyant winger/inside forward
– player with a low centre of gravity, superb agility, flair, changes of pace, and coordination
– electric pace and acceleration
– enjoys playing in a free attacking role, where he’s given the freedom to roam and exploit space across the pitch
– likes to dribble
– likes to cut inside
– extremely skillful player, who likes to have the ball at his feet and can make a difference at any time thanks to his dribbling skills and on-the-ball bravery
– spectacular dribbler with futsal-like close control, capable of weaving through defenses with effective solo runs
– frequently uses tricks and body feints to dribble past opponents and create space
– fantastic ball control at top speed
– superb footwork in tight spaces
– very positive on the ball, unpredictable, and confident of his skills
– possesses above-average playmaking skills and creativity in the final third
– has decent power and accuracy in mid and long-range shooting skills
– highly dangerous on the counterattack due to his pace and movement, combining well in fast, 1-2 plays
– often gets fouled due to his quick feet, consistently winning free kicks in dangerous areas
– doesn’t use it frequently but is capable of dribbling, passing, and scoring comfortably with his weaker left foot
Acevedo moves inside from the left half-space, gets past two players, and scores with a good flat shot.
Acevedo gets past two players with extreme ease, enters the penalty area, and provides an assist with a superb pass.
After a great counter-attacking run, Acevedo gets past the goalkeeper and scores.
Heatmap by Wyscout:
He is best suited to playing as:
Left winger in 4-3-3.
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Achievements:
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League summary (as of 17 October 2024):
Liga Profesional 2024 (ongoing): 1 game/0 goals (Racing Club)
Description:
Matías Acevedo is another top prospect from Racing Club’s renowned academy, which in recent years has produced talents like Lautaro Martinez, Rodrigo de Paul, and Carlos Alcaraz. Regarded as one of South America’s brightest young players, Acevedo earned the nickname “La Joya” (The Jewel) for his exceptional performances in the youth and reserve leagues. He made the first-team bench for the first time on 14 September 2024 in a league match against Boca Juniors. He made his professional debut just a week later in a game against Talleres.
Quotes:
“I’ve always admired Neymar. I love him—he’s one of my all-time favorite players. Before I play, I watch his highlights to pick up on his moves and try to incorporate them into my own game.”
(Matías Acevedo)
Football Talent Scout potential rating:
10/10 
World-class potential.
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